Web Designer Ad Production – Buzz Media June 9, 2011

Filed under: Jobs in NYC — sam roloff @ 11:27 pm

Position Information

Title: Web Designer Ad Production L1

Type: Contract or Full-Time

Location: New York City, NY

Level: Level I (up to 5yrs commercial experience)

About BUZZMEDIA Inc.

BUZZMEDIA www.buzz-media.com is the web’s fastest growing entertainment publisher reaching more than 100M monthly pop culture, music and entertainment enthusiasts worldwide.

Role Requirements

§ Take existing brand campaign creative and apply across multiple sites, maintain style guide and consistency of brand collateral

§ Ability to take a broad advertising concepts and execute on them, often with few assets

§ Design and develop web-based ad campaigns, including takeovers, custom ad units, pushdowns, content driven editorial units, banners ads, etc.

§ Keen understanding of color theory and typography, attention to detail

§ Strong verbal, organizational and time management skills

§ Experience managing and completing multiple projects simultaneously

§ Ability to think creatively and contribute design ideas to improve the user experience and help drive key business metrics is highly desired.

§ Experience in user-interface, usability and information architecture principles, with a proven track record designing web sites supporting complex business functionality is preferred

§ Experience designing web-based experiences for mobile devices

§ Work closely with ad sales and ad operations to guarantee delivery and successful execution of ad campaigns

§ Ability to work in an environment that is agile and has shifting priorities from time to time

Commercial Experience Desired

§ Experience in a variety of development methodologies (for example Waterfall, JAD, RAD) with preference to agile methodologies

§ Experience in a variety of industries (for example social media, agency, gaming and online advertising)

Technical Skills Required

§ Strong experience in Adobe CS, Photoshop, Illustrator + InDesign

§ Basic knowledge of other web development technologies and design tools such as Flash/Flex, OmniGraffle, etc a plus, but not required.

§ A solid understanding of current Internet standards

Please note: U.S. Citizens and Green Card holders are encouraged to apply.

Please send resumes and cover letters to Charlene Gladden at Charlene@buzz-media.com


Digital Marketing Manager – EW.com

Filed under: Jobs in NYC — sam roloff @ 11:26 pm



Reaching over 8mm uniques, EW.com has quickly become one of the premier entertainment destinations
for consumers and advertisers. Representing a diverse portfolio of products including EW.com, EW
mobile, iPhone/iPad Applications and social media platforms, the EW Digital Marketing Team – in
partnership with Integrated Marketing – brings these products to life in unique, engaging and custom ways for advertising partners and consumers alike.

Job Description:
Responsible for driving ad sales revenue through the proactive and advertiser-specific development of digital advertising solutions that support advertiser objectives and enhance audience value across EW. Lead in pre and post-sale management of custom solutions.

Key Responsibilities:
• Lead pre and post-sale management of custom advertiser solutions within assigned categories
• Develop custom pitch proposals within assigned categories
• Work with integrated marketing to develop marketing programs across the brand
• Work with other Time Inc titles to develop integrated, cross-brand concepts
• Implement solutions post-sale with 3rd party vendors and Ad Operations
• Oversee development and maintenance of marketing collateral and research for key new products, categories and site specials
• Capture category needs and proactively identify new digital opportunities that leverage edit, product and external vendor capabilities
• Analyze competitive sites and provide quarterly capability reviews — ad sizes, custom
opportunities, new content areas
• Attend and represent team at internal and external meetings
• Oversee development of recaps/case studies as needed

Specific Attributes:
• At least 4-5 years of successful digital marketing and sales/support experience
• Creative and strategic thinker
• Excellent proposal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong presentation skills
• Well-versed in mobile/app and social platforms
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Must be proficient in PowerPoint, Word and Excel
• Working knowledge and ability to interpret online metrics and research tools (i.e. comScore,
@plan, Omniture)
• Mobile and Integrated marketing experience a plus



Contact Randi Weintraub at randi_weintraub@timeinc.com for more information.


MERCHANDISING ASSOCIATE/MANAGER – SELF MAGAZINE June 6, 2011

Filed under: Jobs in NYC — sam roloff @ 2:22 am

SELF offers a junior to mid level Merchandising Associate/Manager an excellent opportunity to become a category specialist on the merchandising team for an iconic brand on all its platforms-print, online and mobile. This position offers Merchandising Associate/Manager the opportunity to own programs and projects from creative ideation to proposal to presentation to execution to recap. Merchandising Associate/Manager will have an opportunity to work on a variety of category proposals, but will also become a category specialist. SELF’s Creative Services Department has a clear management and reporting structure that will offer Merchandising Associate/Manager opportunities for growth and career advancement.



Reports into: Merchandising Director and Associate Merchandising Director



Primary Responsibilities:

· Work with merchandising and sales team to strategize, create and write merchandising proposals for target accounts

· Manage and oversee the execution of custom advertiser merchandising programs from beginning to end. This could include:

· Custom retail events

· In-book advertising sections

· Online executions

· Consumer sweepstakes

· Advertiser activation within signature events

· Attend sales calls with sales staff to present promotional/merchandising programs.

· Manage budgets related to promotional/merchandising programs.

· Oversee development and production of merchandising-related collatera



Must have:

Strong project management skills

Strong writing and creative thinking abilities

Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills

Presentation skills a must, training will be provided to excel

Some experience managing budgets

Some managerial experience good, not mandatory

Please apply directly by clicking here http://bit.ly/lPaKsg <http://bit.ly/lPaKsg> or by visiting www.condenastcareers.com


Director of Integrated Marketing – Entertainment Weekly June 2, 2011

Filed under: Jobs in NYC — sam roloff @ 8:16 pm

Entertainment Weekly is looking for an Integrated Marketing Director to oversee planning, creation, and execution of integrated marketing platforms and initiatives designed to generate advertising revenue.
Specific responsibilities will include:
• Work with key advertising categories and develop solution-based programs to grow advertising revenue
• Manage RFP process; assess and evaluate opportunities; and provide client-ready responses to successfully support the sales team and win the business
• Conceptualize and write proactive larger-scale, custom integrated presentations and proposals.
• Attend client sales calls to present integrated marketing concepts.
• Develop relationships with third party organizations and vendors to enhance arsenal of integrated marketing offerings for the brand.
• Manage communication of market research trends to sales team and clients. Work with Corporate Research to analysis primary and secondary brand and competitive research.
• Develop and produce marketing materials to support sales including presentations, proposals, in-magazine advertorials, and promotional materials.
• Manage and supervise Integrated Marketing Manager

The ideal candidates will possess the following skills and experience:
• Minimum 8+ year’s experience, preferably in magazine sales/marketing.
Experience in entertainment category a plus.
• Strong project management and leadership skills.
• Extensive understanding in research (syndicated and primary research)
• Strong motivator with ability to conceptualize unique platforms on his/her feet.
• Exceptional proposal writing and presentation skills with extensive background generating multi-platform, integrated programs.
• Organization, creativity and ability to communicate clearly with sales staff, team members, advertising clients and vendors.
• Ability to work collaboratively with all brands in the Time Inc Style & Entertainment Group.
• Candidate must be an enthusiastic creative thinker and team player.



Contact Randi Weintraub at randi_weintraub@timeinc.com for more information.


Associate Director, Integrated Marketing – People

Filed under: Jobs in NYC — sam roloff @ 5:45 pm

The Associate Director will develop sales, marketing and promotional strategies for the PEOPLE Group including PEOPLE, PEOPLE.com and StyleWatch –collaborating with both the print and online sales teams for the Beauty category. The position combines creative “big” idea/platform creation, partnership development, presentation skills as well as strong program execution.

Primary Responsibilities:


• Category development: Work with Senior Director on development of category-specific strategies including competitive landscape/sales opportunities

• Presentation development and execution: Work with various departments (i.e. strategic research department, creative services and events) to create compelling proposals, presentations, marketing concepts and/or positioning

• Client Meetings: Accompany sales team on sales calls to present marketing platforms and client-specific opportunities

• Program Management: Responsible for creating and managing category programs (i.e. retail, event, etc.)

• Management: Oversee and manage Associate Manager and Integrated Marketing Associate

Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree required, minimum 9 years marketing experience, preferably in media/advertising.
• Knowledge of the Beauty category and relationships preferred
• Team player, self-starter who is also extremely innovative, professional and resourceful
• Ideal candidate must be highly proactive and solution-oriented
• Must have strong creative skills and extensive experience in developing compelling integrated marketing programs for the beauty category
• Must be proficient in PowerPoint, Word and Excel



Contact Randi Weintraub at randi_weintraub@timeinc.com for more information.


Associate Director, Sales Development – Time Inc. Branded Solutions June 1, 2011

Filed under: Jobs in NYC — sam roloff @ 6:18 pm

Time Inc. Branded Solutions is looking for an enthusiastic, focused person to develop sales and marketing materials supporting our integrated and digital marketing efforts and forwarding Time Inc.’s position in the marketplace.

The Associate Director of Sales Development will be responsible for developing presentations, marketing materials, and overall sales support for the integrated and digital advertising efforts of the Branded Solutions team.

We are looking for a self-starter, who can think strategically and creatively to turn facts and statistics into a compelling story. This person must be an excellent writer and communicator and should have strong working knowledge of magazine, online and mobile media and be on top of trends driving the media market.

This position will report to the VP, Marketing.

Responsibilities:
• Stay current and keep the team informed on all Time Inc. brand programs and offerings across all platforms
• Work closely with the sales, marketing and product teams to develop compelling, concise material to bring Time Inc.’s proposition, products and offerings to life and to market
• Collaborate on development of ad sales materials and collateral, incorporating research data where necessary
• Work with Time Inc. Research & Insights to gain the background and insights that will best support Time Inc.’s story – including audience, competitive position, key category, etc.

Candidate Profile:
• Candidates must have at least 7+ years of successful sales development, marketing, or agency experience
• Experience at a digital agency or media content site and the selling of cross-platform programs desirable
• Must have excellent writing skills along with strong creative marketing & story-telling skills
• Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including presentation skills, and be an enthusiastic and collaborative team player
• Must possess a working knowledge of research tools used in the marketplace (e.g. comScore MediaMetrix, Nielsen NetRatings, Omniture, MRI, etc.).
• Strong time management and organizational skills are essential
• Must be proficient in PowerPoint, Word and Excel.



Contact Randi Weintraub at randi_weintraub@timeinc.com for more information.


Research Director, Forbes Insights

Filed under: Jobs in NYC — sam roloff @ 6:17 pm

Lead Forbes research position responsible for the design, implementation and analysis of thought leadership research both to support the Forbes brand and to meet paid-for custom research obligations that drive revenue for the Forbes Insights Group. Position also oversees media research team supporting ad sales activities for Forbes’ worldwide sales team. This candidate must have extensive experience with proprietary research, survey construction and deployment, respondent list acquisition, panel development/maintenance, data analysis and story telling. Must have well-rounded knowledge of print and digital media research, including:

Print Syndicated Data
MRI, MMR, CMR, Starch, Hall’s Reports

Digital Syndicated Data
comScore, Netratings, @plan, eValient

This position requires a strong leader with excellent communication and analytical skills, as well as hands-on project management and implementation capabilities.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please respond to the requisition and create a candidate profile, submit a resume and we will follow up accordingly. Our career site is www.forbesinc.com/careers <http://www.forbesinc.com/careers> .


Research Analyst – Forbes Media

Filed under: Jobs in NYC — sam roloff @ 6:16 pm

The Market Research group at Forbes Media is seeking a Research Analyst to join the team. Responsibilities include, but not limited to, fulfilling day-to-day research requests from Sales and Marketing with syndicated and primary research that will support the Forbes print/digital advertising and marketing efforts. The position reports to the Director of Research.

The idea candidate will have 1-2 years of print and/or digital research experience with a media company or an agency.
Must know the leading media syndicated research such as MRI, MMR, TNS’s PIB, At Plan, ComScore Media Metrix, as well as other types of syndicated research.
Be familiar with ROI concepts such as ad effectiveness research from Insights Express, ComScore, Dynamic logic, etc.
Proactively manage various research projects from start to finish
Experience with primary research a plus, but not necessary

We are looking for someone who is a team player, and who has strong problem-solving skills. In addition the candidate must have strong computer skills, verbal and written communication skills, and is highly organized that can handle high-volume and time-sensitive research.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please create your candidate profile, submit your resume, cover letter and application to www.forbesinc.com/careers <http://www.forbesinc.com/careers>  and someone from our HR team with follow up with you if we are looking to pursue conversations.


Marketing Manager – Conde Nast fashion magazine May 31, 2011

Filed under: Jobs in NYC — sam roloff @ 1:24 am

One of Condé Nast’s iconic fashion magazines is searching for a Marketing Manager who will be responsible for leading marketing for specific categories with the goal of driving business results. The incumbent will lead the development of strategies to position the magazine effectively and work alongside sales managers to create smart and innovative ways to provide marketing solutions for clients. The ability to understand research and market data, and how to incorporate them into compelling sales materials is key. In addition, this position will be responsible for business analysis and manage the reporting for share of market and prospecting. This is a high profile role with access to management and the Publisher.



We are looking for a motivated and polished individual that is comfortable in an exciting and fast-paced environment.



Job Requirements:

3-5 years of experience — Magazine/media preferably

Working knowledge of major syndicated research studies such as MRI, MMR, etc and primary research experience are a plus

Must be proficient in PowerPoint, Excel, etc

Strong analytical and writing skills

Please apply directly at www.condenastcareers.com <http://www.condenastcareers.com> or by clicking here: https://ampi.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?&job=1100449 <https://ampi.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?&job=1100449>


2 Open Positions from Bonnier: Digital Producer and Editor, SEO May 23, 2011

Filed under: Jobs in NYC — sam roloff @ 5:46 pm

Our first open position is for a Digital Producer, I’m looking for someone to help manage execution of our digital ideas, from apps to newsletters to online structure and function. Our new producer will participate in brainstorming sessions, help refine ideas based on a solid understanding of the limitations (and opportunities) developer/coders/themers face, then take charge of the production process to make sure new products (as well as minor site updates and maintenance requests) are produced on time and with a high level a quality. The salary we can offer is not as much as I’d like, but may prove adequate: Max (firm) is 50k.

Here’s the official job description:
The Bonnier Outdoor Group, owner of Field & Stream and Outdoor Life (two of the largest men’s magazines in the country), seeks an online producer to help manage and improve the structure and function of the two brands’ digital offerings. The online producer works closely with the digital director, editorial department, and sales teams to implement an aggressive strategic development plan, launch new digital products, and refine existing products. As product owner, the online producer is responsible for presenting the needs of a large group of stakeholders to the web development scrum team.

– 2-4 years of experience in online production at a media or entertainment brand or at an interactive agency.
– Experience documenting interactive products. Must know the individual roles HTML, CSS, Javascript, XML, and Flash play in making great websites. Experience developing within a Drupal context is a plus.
– Experience with online metrics reports, especially Omniture SiteCatalyst.
– Proven strength in managing multiple projects on a variety of deadlines.

Our second open position is for an Associate Editor, SEO. I’m looking for a bright, entry-level or early-career editor with excellent online instincts, the ability to write vivid, crystal-clear headlines, and a solid grasp of the principles of search engine optimization. Familiarity with search analytics tools (Google AdWords, etc.) is a plus.

This person will help our team:
– Work with Bonnier Corporation’s Audience Development team to identify high volume, low-competition search terms in the hunting/fishing/outdoor space.
– Create and manage an editorial schedule that targets peak demand for these terms by repurposing and republishing archived tips, articles, and other content.
– Optimize headlines, meta-tags, and body copy for all daily content, including photo galleries, blog posts, and videos.
– Develop and manage contextual linking relationships with partner sites.

Familiarity with Drupal content management systems is a bonus, but not necessary.

Candidates can send coverletters and resumes to me by email: nate.matthews@bonniercorp.com


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